1959 Berkeley B vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Flavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 834 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Flavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
Model | B | Flavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |